JR you might consider heading south west on 79 after you get into Texas and out 290 to I 10 west of Austin. This keeps you away from the DFW metroplex and a bit nicer ride and views. You will still need to try and miss Austin rush hours or just find a way around it like HWY 29 to 281. This will take a bit longer but not much.

Sad part is the best riding in the sate will be just south of you off I 10 sw of Kerrville. Spend time in the sisters, 335, 336, 337 between Hunt and Rock Springs if you can.

JR you might consider heading south west on 79 after you get into Texas and out 290 to I 10 west of Austin. This keeps you away from the DFW metroplex and a bit nicer ride and views. You will still need to try and miss Austin rush hours or just find a way around it like HWY 29 to 281. This will take a bit longer but not much.

Sad part is the best riding in the sate will be just south of you off I 10 sw of Kerrville. Spend time in the sisters, 335, 336, 337 between Hunt and Rock Springs if you can.